Doctors under the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Abia State announce a threat of an indefinite strike and then suspend it after the release of their kidnapped member, surgeon Dr. Bonaventure Aguocha. Multiple outlets report that the NMA, Abia branch, issues an ultimatum to security agencies and relevant government authorities in Abia and Imo State, calling for Aguocha’s immediate release. The ultimatum includes warnings of industrial action, described as an indefinite strike, unless the surgeon is freed.
As the situation develops, the outlets state that security agencies are urged to intensify efforts to secure Aguocha’s freedom. After negotiations or actions by authorities, Aguocha regains freedom. Following his release, Premium Times reports that the doctors suspend the planned indefinite strike, expressing relief while also condemning the recurring abduction of healthcare workers and warning against normalising such incidents. Punch similarly reports that the planned strike is suspended once the surgeon regains freedom after days in captivity.
